I.T. Statistics - Why bother? - The use of I.T. Management Statistics in UK Higher Education

Abstract

This paper reports on the collection and publication of management statistics for Information Technology in U.K. Universities. We describe the way in which initial opposition was overcome and the value and importance attached to the exercise. Despite initial scepticism, the collection of I.T. statistics is now seen as an important activity for the U.K. Higher Education community. The paper concludes with a summary of some of the trends that are emerging.